The Ability of the Nervous System to Alter Its Anatomy

question 74

Multiple Choice

The ability of the nervous system to alter its anatomy and function in response to changes in its activity pattern is called

• A)remembering.
• B)declaration.
• C)consolidation.
• D)plasticity.
• E)memorizing.

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Definitions:

Memory Engram

A hypothetical unit or physical substrate within the brain theorized to store memories, encompassing the changes in neural networks that represent a single memory.

Long-Term Memory

The phase of memory responsible for storing information for extended periods, ranging from days to a lifetime.

Declarative Memory

The type of long-term memory that involves the capacity to recall factual information, experiences, and concepts.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum in the brain, involved in high-level functions such as thought, memory, and consciousness.